Political Quotes

Barack Obama

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Barack Obama served as the 44th President of the United States from January 20, 2009, to January 20, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously represented Illinois in the U.S. Senate from 2005 to 2008 and served in the Illinois State Senate from 1997 to 2004. Obama is known for his signature policies including the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, and his efforts in economic recovery following the 2008 financial crisis. His presidency was marked by significant legislative achievements and a focus on healthcare reform, climate change, and foreign policy initiatives such as the Iran nuclear deal.

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Nov 15, 2015

Our goal, as I've said many times, is to degrade and ultimately destroy this barbaric terrorist organization.

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Nov 15, 2015

We call on all countries to make additional commitments to save lives by preventing future outbreaks from becoming epidemics.

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Nov 14, 2015

the United States, as the largest provider of humanitarian assistance to displaced persons and refugees, stands shoulder to shoulder with Turkey, Europe, and others in trying to help those who need help right now.

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Nov 14, 2015

we stand in solidarity with them in hunting down the perpetrators of this crime and bringing them to justice.

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Nov 13, 2015

Our gratitude should extend beyond what our veterans have done for us in the past.

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Nov 13, 2015

They deserve the chance to keep serving the country they risked everything to defend.

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Nov 13, 2015

We've now slashed the disability claims backlog by nearly 90 percent from its peak.

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Nov 13, 2015

There was no specific or credible threat to the United States.

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Nov 12, 2015

We've got to get the economics right, and we've got to get the national security right.

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